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Écuisses - Buxy
Association / Club / Walk leader 
13.07 mi
+1,217 ft
-1,309 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Écuisses (Saône-et-Loire)
This is the third section of the southern Burgundy crossing, which is part of the VIA Burgundia. From the confluence of the Yonne and Seine rivers in Montereau-Fault-Yonne, it crosses the whole of Burgundy to reach Macon. It is also the Eternal Burgundy trail, where history blends with heritage to reveal the region's beautiful natural surroundings.
From Saint-Laurent d'Andenay to Écuisses
Visorando Member 
7.10 mi
+361 ft
-381 ft
3h 35
Easy
Departure from Saint-Laurent-d'Andenay (Saône-et-Loire)
During this hike, you will leave from the entrance to Saint-Laurent d'Andenay and head to the village of Écuisses along the RCEA (Route Centre Europe Atlantique), then cross Écuisses les Sept-Écluses via the greenway along the Canal du Centre. In Écuisses, you have the option of visiting the Canal Museum and Villa Perrusson. Then, still following the greenway, you will reach the Jeanne Rose bridge and your starting point via the D18.
A circular to the west of Saint-Laurent-d'Andenay
Visorando Member 
7.51 mi
+308 ft
-328 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Laurent-d'Andenay (Saône-et-Loire)
Saint-Laurent d'Andenay, a small village near Montchanin, is crossed by the Paris-Marseille TGV line. During this walk, you can take a picnic break on the banks of the pond, where tables are available.
From Étang de Montchanin to Étang Berthaud
Visorando Member 
6.13 mi
+174 ft
-167 ft
3h 00
Easy
Departure from Écuisses (Saône-et-Loire)
From the Étang de Montchanin, which is reserved for fishing, to the Étang Berthaud, which is open for swimming and fishing, walk along the Canal du Centre (this canal connects the Loire to the Saône between Digoin and Châlon sur Saône) between the Pont Jeanne Rose and the first lock on the Atlantic side, passing by the dam, a path with information about the local flora and fauna, the dyke and Berthaud beach, Montchanin le Haut (commune of Saint-Eusèbe), and Le Bon Enfant (hamlet of Saint-Laurent-d'Andenay).
Between fields and streams around Sassangy
Visorando Member 
8.92 mi
+1,165 ft
-1,152 ft
5h 05
Moderate
Departure from Sassangy (Saône-et-Loire)
A pleasant walk with a very varied landscape (meadows, streams, limestone plateaus, vineyards). You’ll follow the Guye river towards Cersot, with a short climb towards Montagny-lès-Buxy and a return via Mont Brogny after passing through the village of Bissey-sous-Cruchaud. Best done between September and May to avoid the intense heat, as there is very little shade. It’s possible to do it with a head torch in summer, which is very pleasant.
La Ferme des Couleurs in Châtel-Moron
Visorando Member 6.91 mi
+846 ft
-850 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Châtel-Moron (Saône-et-Loire)
Discover a small area of Burgundy nestled between the Vallée des Vaux and the Vallée de la Dheune.
A succession of narrow paths connect these remote and charming hamlets, which seem to be "supplied by crows".
Between La Guye and Rimont
Visorando Member 
4.53 mi
+719 ft
-702 ft
2h 45
Moderate
Departure from Cersot (Saône-et-Loire)
A circular route offering stunning views in a rural setting amidst vineyards and hedgerows.
Lys Walk
Visorando Member 
6.60 mi
+771 ft
-784 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Moroges (Saône-et-Loire)
This undulating route around Mont Brogny is not difficult and offers unobstructed views throughout.
The hamlet of Le Lys, nestled beneath a small rocky outcrop, seems to be there just to surprise hikers at the edge of the woods.
Jean Garnier Stadium – La Chaume – Les Combes – La Verrerie
Visorando Member 
6.19 mi
+663 ft
-653 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Le Creusot (Saône-et-Loire)
A short walk in the hills above Le Creusot, passing the Combes orientation table before crossing through the Parc de la Verrerie and its château.
A circular route with a large car park at the start, accessible by bus.
Orbize Route
Visorando Member 
6.52 mi
+869 ft
-856 ft
3h 45
Moderate
Departure from Barizey (Saône-et-Loire)
This is a hilly hike offering some clear views from one side of the Orbize to the other in the heart of the Châtel-Moron forest. The route sometimes climbs a little to vary the landscape, but it is not particularly difficult and remains sufficiently shaded to be enjoyable in the summer months.
Les Hauts de Buxy
Visorando Member 
7.45 mi
+909 ft
-906 ft
4h 15
Moderate
Departure from Bissey-sous-Cruchaud (Saône-et-Loire)
An undulating route in the heart of a landscape typical of the Côte Chalonnaise. Enjoy discovering a few sheltered passages off the beaten track and treating yourself to a succession of pretty views, including a perspective of the old town of Buxy.
Circular route from Cruchaud to Montagny-lès-Buxy
Visorando Member 3.96 mi
+466 ft
-476 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Montagny-lès-Buxy (Saône-et-Loire)
Best enjoyed from autumn through to spring; perhaps best avoided under the hot summer sun.
Several beautiful landscapes. Very little tarmac. There may be muddy patches in very wet weather. Best done in a circular direction to avoid muddy paths on the descent.
The Chemin des Frères in Montagny-lès-Buxy
Visorando Member 
7.16 mi
+676 ft
-666 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Montagny-lès-Buxy (Saône-et-Loire)
A hilly hike south of the Côte Chalonnaise, where calcareous grasslands have not entirely given way to vineyards. Although the forest is never far away, the walk offers unobstructed views for most of the route.
Tour of the Brandon Pond in Saint-Pierre-de-Varennes
Visorando Member 
2.54 mi
+69 ft
-75 ft
1h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Varennes (Saône-et-Loire)
Walk around the lake through the undergrowth, past beautiful rocks and the TGV line. This unpretentious route is more suited to people staying nearby who want to get some fresh air for an hour or have a picnic. There are few people on the path, if any, outside the summer season.
Between Étang de Brandon and Tour de Champitaux
Visorando Member 6.12 mi
+354 ft
-331 ft
3h 05
Easy
Departure from Saint-Pierre-de-Varennes (Saône-et-Loire)
A picturesque walk through the hills and ponds, allowing walkers to experience the still-vivid memories of the Middle Ages.
From Maizeray to Saint-Martin-du-Tartre
Visorando Member 
5.22 mi
+515 ft
-515 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Saint-Martin-du-Tartre (Saône-et-Loire)
A short walk through meadows and vineyards, taking in the village of Saint-Martin-du-Tartre and its beautiful views.
La Mer de Pierre
Visorando Member 
7.37 mi
+814 ft
-814 ft
4h 05
Moderate
Departure from Genouilly (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
Hikers will enjoy discovering this "Mer de Pierre" (Sea of Stone) in the middle of the woods, recognised by specialists as a geological curiosity.
Gaining altitude in its first section, the walk offers wide views of the Guye Valley to the east and the Baudots area to the north. Very shaded, the route then offers a few glimpses of the Charollais Mountains.
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The Santagny cross from Genouilly
Association / Club / Walk leader 
5.07 mi
+571 ft
-554 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Genouilly (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A walk in the countryside of Genouilly, a small rural village in the Guye valley, between the limestone hillsides where vines grow and the granite forest chaos.
Rivers, hedges and copses punctuate this hike, which follows paths and small roads.
The washhouses of Jambles and Mont Avril
Visorando Member 
6.13 mi
+974 ft
-978 ft
3h 40
Easy
Departure from Jambles (Saône-et-Loire)
Continuing to discover the Saône-et-Loire region through this wine-growing village and its many small wash-houses. The trail ends at Mont Avril, with its panoramic view over the whole valley. I advise you to do this trail in autumn to get the most out of it.
Château de Pontus or Pontus Castle
Visorando Member 
7.62 mi
+915 ft
-886 ft
4h 20
Moderate
Departure from Fley (Saône-et-Loire)
A hill walk with no major challenges, in an unspoilt setting with villages overlooked by Mont Bouzu. Changing views all along the way, including a wide shot of Mont Saint-Vincent and a visit to the Château de Pontus-de-Thyard.
Saint-Sernin-du-Bois - Écuisses
Association / Club / Walk leader 
12.02 mi
+794 ft
-1,293 ft
6h 15
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sernin-du-Bois (Saône-et-Loire)
This hike is part of the Grande Traversée de la Bourgogne du Sud (Great Crossing of Southern Burgundy) route, which, together with the Grande Traversée de l'Yonne and the Grande Traversée du Morvan, make up the Via Burgundia. This long route, which runs from Montereau-Fault-Yonne to Macon, allows you to discover the Eternal Burgundy and stretches for almost 500 km. You can find out more on the website.
The Château de Couches
Visorando Member 4.91 mi
+492 ft
-479 ft
2h 40
Easy
Departure from Couches (Saône-et-Loire)
A peaceful walk where Mont Rome seems to play hide and seek with hikers.
The paths run alongside small streams and the few tarmac sections do not spoil the enjoyment.
There is only one small climb, just to keep you in shape.
Couches Castle and the Couches region
Visorando Member 
9.65 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,142 ft
5h 25
Moderate
Departure from Couches (Saône-et-Loire)
Couches, a town situated along the Roman road from Lyon to Paris, is steeped in history. This walk will allow you to discover Couches’s castle, Saint Martin’s Church, the Guérin and Pajole Towers and the priory. The Couches region also has a wealth of wash houses, several of which are located along the route.
Montabon Route
Visorando Member 
8.33 mi
+1,145 ft
-1,119 ft
4h 50
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Mard-de-Vaux (Saône-et-Loire)
Montabon overlooks the Vallée des Vaux – famous, at least to the people of Chalon – and, much to the delight of walkers, is accessible only on foot. This route, which mainly follows forest tracks, remains pleasant in fine weather. The walk is peaceful throughout.
Please note there is a steep climb of around 800 m to reach Montabon, but the rest of the route presents no difficulty.
Sources du Reuil (springs)
Visorando Member 
4.71 mi
+397 ft
-407 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Saint-Désert (Saône-et-Loire)
A peaceful crossing of the Plateau de Saint-Désert in the vicinity of Mont Avril and Mont Brogny. In the distance, the perched hamlet of Cruchaud stands guard to the South, before the route offers an escape to the Plaine de Saône.
La Vallée des Vaux - The trail of the Crosses
Visorando Member 
8.39 mi
+1,247 ft
-1,227 ft
4h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-sous-Montaigu (Saône-et-Loire)
For this hike, I had fun making this trail around the crosses and other statues in the Vallée des Vaux. Useful for discovering the beauty of the landscape.
The Cross of Theu
Visorando Member 
5.73 mi
+571 ft
-545 ft
3h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Martin-sous-Montaigu (Saône-et-Loire)
This is one of the most beautiful hikes in the Vallée des Vaux, just a stone's throw from Chalon. The Falaises de Château Beau and the Croix de Theu are the highlights of the walk, offering sweeping views from their summits and forming part of the scenery throughout the route.
Dracy-lès-Couches circular loop via the Chemin des Romains
Visorando Member 4.93 mi
+341 ft
-344 ft
2h 35
Easy
Departure from Dracy-lès-Couches (Saône-et-Loire)
Dracy-lès-Couches is a rural village with vineyards, woods and meadows. The village is situated 3 km from Couches along the Chemin des Romains, which in ancient times linked the city of Marseille to Boulogne-sur-Mer. During the walk, you can catch a glimpse of Couches Castle.
The Crainseny Valley
Visorando Member 
7.10 mi
+715 ft
-732 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saules (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A peaceful and relatively shaded route between vineyards and forest to discover, in the heart of nature, the surprising Crainseny Viaduct that spans the entire valley.
The Gorges de la Mouille, near Culles-les-Roches, offer a charming passage without being too dizzying.
Saules - Rimont - Saules
Visorando Member 
12.29 mi
+1,421 ft
-1,414 ft
6h 55
Moderate
Departure from Saules (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A pleasant hike of around 20 kilometres with no particular difficulties, this hike can be done in the opposite direction to that indicated.
Around Mercurey
Visorando Member 
6.48 mi
+971 ft
-978 ft
3h 50
Moderate
Departure from Mercurey (Saône-et-Loire)
Discover the surroundings of Mercurey, between vineyards and woods with superb autumn landscapes.
20/07/2023 Moderator's message: The route is currently being modified because the passage to (8) in the Bois de l'Hallier is private.
From Carapone to Rains on stone-lined paths
Visorando Member 
6.22 mi
+610 ft
-627 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Clément-sur-Guye (Saône-et-Loire)
This 10km loop hike starts from Saint-Clément-sur-Guye, with the Carapone at its highest point (440m), and takes in the villages of Saint-Clément-sur-Guye (Romanesque church listed as a historic monument in 1927, a tower to the east of the church), Rains, commune of Joncy (pretty stone houses), Le Petit Ballay, its square tower, its 'Murgers' (piles of stones removed from the vines), before Corcelles (hamlet of Saint-Clément).
The Chemin des Romains starting from Saint-Sernin-du-Plain
Visorando Member 7.18 mi
+958 ft
-968 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Sernin-du-Plain (Saône-et-Loire)
Steep-sided valleys dominated by Mont de Rome to the north and the Couchois Plateau to the south.
The landscape is by no means flat, but the climbs, which are never very long, should not deter the leisurely walker with an afternoon to spare.
A circular route to the north of Joncy
Visorando Member 6.39 mi
+591 ft
-591 ft
3h 25
Easy
Departure from Joncy (Saône-et-Loire)
This route starting from Joncy will take you past plenty of stonework. From the quarries and stone houses in Rains to the Domaine du Petit Balay with its large square tower and a pile of stone gathered from fields.
La Croix Racot
Visorando Member 
4.23 mi
+351 ft
-358 ft
2h 15
Easy
Departure from Saint-Vallier (Saône-et-Loire) (Saône-et-Loire)
A walk through meadows and woods, with some beautiful views.
Mercurey's little loop
Visorando Member 
4.80 mi
+607 ft
-620 ft
2h 45
Easy
Departure from Mercurey (Saône-et-Loire)
Discover Mercurey's surroundings: the vineyards, of course, but also the different viewpoints over the village and the beautiful 12th-century churches.
Saint-Gengoux-le-National and Crainseny viaduct
Visorando Member 
8.94 mi
+1,430 ft
-1,404 ft
5h 20
Easy
Departure from Saint-Gengoux-le-National (Saône-et-Loire)
This walk starts in the medieval town of Saint-Gengoux-le-National, continues to Culle-les-Roches, a village below a cliff with a cave, and returns via a lost viaduct in the forest.
The box trees
Visorando Member 
6.66 mi
+702 ft
-709 ft
3h 40
Moderate
Departure from Saint-Gengoux-le-National (Saône-et-Loire)
From the medieval town of Saint-Gengoux-le-National, a route via the Crainseny Viaduct and Culles-les-Roches.
Simone Boudriot Trail in Saint-Gengoux-le-National
Visorando Member 
5.62 mi
+659 ft
-679 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Saint-Gengoux-le-National (Saône-et-Loire)
Route proposed and maintained by the Balades et Patrimoine association. It offers a walk through the woods surrounding the villages of Saint-Gengoux and Saint-Martin-de-Croix.
In the footsteps of the Chasseens at Chassey-le-Camp
Visorando Member 
4.58 mi
+797 ft
-827 ft
2h 50
Easy
Departure from Chassey-le-Camp (Saône-et-Loire)
A family-friendly, educational route that takes you to superb panoramic views on both sides of the ridge.
La Ferme d'Aubigny
Visorando Member 
4.95 mi
+705 ft
-682 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Chassey-le-Camp (Saône-et-Loire)
Surrounded by nature yet just a stone’s throw from the town, the Ferme d’Aubigny has long been a favourite spot for the people of Chalon-sur-Saône for their Sunday strolls. The suggested route is well shaded and requires just a little care to ensure you don’t get lost on the many side paths in the area.
Forêt de Planoise (forest) and Etang du Martinet (pond)
Visorando Member 
4.75 mi
+341 ft
-341 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Antully (Saône-et-Loire)
Lovely walk along the water's edge and through the forest on easy paths.
The Crête de Nantoux
Visorando Member 
5.27 mi
+886 ft
-863 ft
3h 10
Easy
Departure from Chassey-le-Camp (Saône-et-Loire)
Tucked away at the top of a “mountainous” slope of the Canal du Centre, the Crête de Nantoux is the highlight of a short ride that feels like a long one, offering, along the way, some superb views of the Mont de Sène and its Dôme des Trois Croix.